as in specialty
something for which a person shows a special talent
doing funny impressions of people has always been my forte
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Recent Examples of forte
Those gatherings contrasted with more organized, massive rallies that have long been the forte of Iran’s authorities.
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Ramin Mostaghim, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
The pezzo forte is the tableside tiramisu which is wonderfully theatrical, impossibly light, and made with enough espresso to keep the night interesting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Circumstances that might call for a certain amount of diplomacy or delicate action aren't exactly Sag's forte.
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
But his forte is creating separation, something 49ers’ receivers struggled to do the last two seasons.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
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Ramin Mostaghim, Los Angeles Times, 1 Mar. 2026
The pezzo forte is the tableside tiramisu which is wonderfully theatrical, impossibly light, and made with enough espresso to keep the night interesting.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 Feb. 2026
Circumstances that might call for a certain amount of diplomacy or delicate action aren't exactly Sag's forte.
—Maressa Brown, InStyle, 15 Feb. 2026
But his forte is creating separation, something 49ers’ receivers struggled to do the last two seasons.
—Matt Barrows, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for forte
Recent Examples of Synonyms for forte
Noun
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Guests who visit are treated to a fun camp-like experience, albeit a step up from traditional camping, thanks to modern amenities, a restaurant serving up regional specialties crafted with local ingredients, and ADA-compliant rooms so those of all mobility needs can stay.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
20 Mar. 2026
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Dining centers on refined kaiseki or traditional Japanese coursed haute cuisine, featuring regional specialties such as meltingly tender Tajima beef (an elite breed of wagyu cattle and the source of Kobe beef) and Matsuba snow crab.—
Kelsey Eisen,
Robb Report,
19 Mar. 2026
Noun
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As the city blooms with hundreds of thousands of Yoshino cherry trees, indulge in speciality, mouthwatering delights at participating eateries.—
Rafael Peña,
Miami Herald,
20 Mar. 2026
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Groomswear is a speciality for the boutique.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
18 Mar. 2026
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“Forte.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/forte. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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